Polo GTI vs 180SX
Volkswagen · Nissan
1/4 Mile winner
Polo GTI
Beats the 180SX by 0.08s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Polo GTI beats the 180SX by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Polo GTI thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
204 hp
205 hp
0–100 km/h
6.7s
6.8s
Top speed
238 km/h
240 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
2.0L Turbo Inline-4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
320 Nm
275 Nm
Price
$28,000
$35,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Polo GTI
180SX
100 m
6.647s
6.695s
1/8 mile
9.790s
9.854s
1/4 mile
14.636s
14.717s
1 km
25.927s
26.011s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Polo GTI is $28,000 vs $35,000 for the 180SX — a $7,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Polo GTI or the 180SX?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Polo GTI is faster, beating the 180SX by 0.08 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Polo GTI vs the 180SX?
The Polo GTI hits 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, while the 180SX does it in 6.8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Polo GTI produces 204 hp; the 180SX produces 205 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Polo GTI tops out at 238 km/h, and the 180SX reaches 240 km/h.
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